I never thought I’d achieve my dream of playing for the NHL—Not while I’m my mom’s sole caretaker.But the Carolina Reapers offer me a deal I can’t refuse:A spot on their roster and top-rated support for my mom’s battle with Parkinson’s. Balancing an NHL schedule and my mother’s care fills every minute of my day,But one glance at Scythe’s bartender, and I’m looking for ways to make time.Echo Hayes … ways to make time.
Echo Hayes is my exact opposite: she’s wild—I’m reserved. She’s fearless—I’m careful.
She’s a 1 a.m. last call, and I’m a 7 a.m. practice.
On paper, we shouldn’t work.
But in reality, our chemistry burns hotter than these Charleston nights.
We’ve agreed to no-strings,
But every taste leaves me wanting more.
And more is where she draws the line.
The past haunts her, and my obligations own my present.
But it doesn’t stop me from wanting a future with her.
Our worlds are drastically different—
And when they collide?
The fallout jeopardizes my contract, and puts our hearts on the line.
Now I’m the one begging her to risk it all—
Or we’ll lose everything worth fighting for.
Welcome to the Carolina Reapers, Samantha Whiskey’s newest hockey series where the chill of the ice meets sultry southern nights.
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This second book in the Carolina Reapers series is overflowing with emotion, passion and chemistry. Sawyer is not only a hockey romance but one about trust, family and acceptance. Echo and Sawyer are two people who have put their lives on hold, one to protect her heart and the other to help the ones he loves. The chemistry between these two literally crackles as the words surround them and bring their want and passion to light. A story so hot that it will melt the ice that Sawyer skates on. Your heart will be thrown into disarray as it tries to handle the ups and downs as everything these two could ever want is within grasp, but will they risk it all to finally grab hold of it and not let go. Your face will reflect the witty banter, the love and at times the heart wrenching confrontations that have this story shining bright and leaving you feeling nothing less than ecstatic.
*Gets to the last page of Sawyer and Echo’s story*
Is it hot in here.. or is it just me?
Just me?!
Of course, it could have something to do with the liquid heat instant connection between the magnetized pair!
Sawyer longs for another taste of his dream, a goalie in the NHL for the Caroline Reapers. With the chances slim and a mom to take care of, he is shocked when he gets the call for a second chance tryout.
Taking his chances, he goes, Echo is the no holds barred, sassy bar owner who has the right stuff to keep him in check through the nerve-wracking process- what becomes of them after?
So much. A cornucopia of feels, intense sexual heat, plenty of smiles, drama and Hockey action!
It’s a whirlwind. A brilliant one- their story had me from the very first page to the very last one. Samantha Whiskey took hockey romance to new levels- I cannot wait to see what comes next!
A wish I could give it more than 5 stars read!
This is the story of Sawyer & Echo. I didn’t want this story to end. Sawyer gets a second chance to try out for the Reapers in an emergency try out session. Echo owns the bar close to the arena they play in. Their attraction to each other is magnetic. Their chemistry is off the charts. They both have a different set of past issues to deal with and get past. It is a steamy, witty, page-turner of a story. I really loved it. It is extremely well written. I can’t wait for the next book in this series.
From outward appearances it’s easy to see that Sawyer and Echo are total opposites, where he is calm and always in control, she is wild and untamed. Which would lead one to think that they would be a terrible pairing. But when it comes to chemistry these two are a perfect match, one little dared kiss and they instantly knew what they felt couldn’t be ignored.
But with Sawyer’s complicated life, and her ever present demons from the past constantly interfering they knew the odds were stacked against them. But when you have a spark like theirs you have to embrace it… even if it means it could cost you everything!
Between the pages of this perfectly penned tale you will meet a couple with a story that is destined to tug on your heartstrings. Both were terrified of love and commitment, but what they found with one another was completely unexpected, and something they didn’t want to let go of, once they got their hands on it. Watching these two fight so hard to hold onto one another was admirable, but also tough on the feels at times, my heart broke for them… they had a lot standing in their way. I loved every word of this one, it kept me completely enthralled and swimming in feels from beginning to end, another stellar tale from Ms. Whiskey!! Highly recommend!
Samantha Whiskey is on a game-winning streak with Sawyer (Carolina Reapers #2). I was really looking forward to Sawyer McCoy’s story. We first meet Sawyer in the Seattle Sharks series. He was a goalie at the University of Washington. He was the roommate of Faith Gentry (Wheeler, Seattle Sharks #8) and Harper Thompson (Defender, Seattle Sharks #9).
Sawyer is a loveable character. He has taken care of his mother who has Parkenson’s since he was fifteen. He is a really good guy, who hasn’t had things go his way. Now he is finally given the opportunity to have his dream come true and play in the NHL.
Sawyer first met Scythe’s bartender, Echo Hayes, in book one, Axel. This is their story. The two seem like opposites, but they truly work together. Their chemistry is combustible.
I love Samantha Whiskey’s writing style. I have enjoyed every book that I have read by her. They are skillfully-written and thought-provoking. I recommend this book to people who enjoy sports romances. It can be read as a standalone, but I suggest reading the books I mentioned in my review first to appreciate Sawyer’s character. Plus, they’re awesome books, so you should read them anyway. I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book.
Another amazing hockey romance by Samantha Whiskey!! I’ve wanted Sawyer to have his own story since we met him in the Sharks series. Such a good guy and I really wanted him to have that chance at going pro along with finding his own HEA. Along the way, he finds Echo who is absolutely the perfect girl for Sawyer. There’s not enough words for how much I loved this book!! I’ll be rereading this one over and over again!
This minute this arrived on my kindle I immediately started reading it! Samantha has become one for my favourite go to authors. After reading the first book in the series I was hoping Sawyer would get his story and it was everything I thought it would be and more. Sawyer had always wished he could be a NHL star but personal circumstances meant it wasn’t going to be the easy route for him. Then a unlucky injury for the Carolina Repears player meant Sawyer got his chance and it also meant he was back on the East Cost with a certain person! Loved the ending and am now eagerly awaiting the next in the series!